2016 Olympics’ official logo will be unveiled at the traditional New Year celebration of the Brazilian city. Just moments before the fireworks go off at Copacabana beach on Friday 31st midnight, the logo will be displayed by being projected on a large screen on the sand. International Olympic Committee’s members and local officials will be present on the occasion in addition to the millions of tourists and Rio residents.
In 2009, Rio was selected as the host for the 2016 Olympics. Rio defeated cities like Tokyo, Madrid and Chicago to ensure the honors. 2016 Olympics is also special because in that year, for the first time, Olympic Games will be held in the South American continent.
According to the organizers, the logo was selected after keeping in mind the South American culture. Not only that, they claimed that the logo will be a symbolic representation of the enthusiasm displayed by the South American people and the magnificent natural beauty of the continent.
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